Super clever invisible zip trick

[@audreyferry9013]

This tutorial is BRILLIANT!!! I’ve just (re)started sewing as a returning novice and have just successfully sewn an invisible zip onto my skirt with no tears - this takes all the anxiety out of it and I can actually say I had fun doing this. Many, many thanks! Definitely THE go-to reference video for future zip projects!

[@ali21pei]

This is hands down the best invisible zipper tutorial I’ve ever seen. I have it book marked and come back to watch it anytime I’m putting in an invisible zip. I also have anyone I’m teaching to do an invisible zip watch it as well. What a fantastic resource. Thank you, Lucy!!

[@Scrapitydoodah]

Just tried your method for my first ever invisible zip and it turned out perfectly. Thanks

[@TheCoffree]

OMG! I've been sewing for 20 years and have never heard of this method before... I've just used for a dress I'm making and it's amazing! No more lumps! Thank you so much for sharing it!❤

[@KP-ks5ry]

Lucy I have been watching you for awhile and always find your tutorials most helpful. But this one just beats them only. I just put in an invisible zipper the way you show using the hemostat and OMG is turned out beautifully. Thank you, thank you for this bit of information.

[@janetking6692]

Oh my goodness! This is amazing! I've just made a practice zip before I sew the actual concealed zip on my daughter's wedding dress! I was really concerned about sewing one in her skirt but no more! Thank you so much! 12/10. Such lovely clear instructions and easy to follow.

[@blessedgirl26]

I've spent the entire day watching other tutorials practicing my invisible zipper install. After sewing it in 15 times backwards, I find your tutorial. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!! I feel like I can move on with the rest of my life now❤❤❤

[@abbee333]

This is Kenneth D. King's technique. The unaddressed part for me is where to place top of zipper tape, inside the seam allowance or at the seam allowance? Would love to see the next steps of adding a facing and finishing the neckline!

[@foxo4992]

I guess you’d place the zipper tape so that the end of the zip sits where it would on the finished garment. The zipper tape itself could go beyond the seam allowance a bit, I suppose, as long as the zipper teeth themselves end somewhere just inside the seam allowance. You’d want the zip to be able to go as high as possible, but end just before the seam allowance. Apologies if I’m totally misunderstanding what you’re getting at here!

[@kateohara5732]

9.57 & 11.33

[@kathleenstoin671]

Kenneth King did not invent this. I learned it years before he made his video for Threads magazine. But he's so fussy about pinning, basting, etc. It would drive me crazy to be that fussy with putting in an invisible zipper.

[@lynetterene]

I must tell you, I spent the past few days trying to find an invisible zipper video. I came across many many people who used the same technique as you, but their explanation was confusing. I even saw the technique from the person where your mother-in-law got it from and I was still confused. Thank you so very much. I look forward to practicing on my scrap fabric first, as if it was the real thing, before I do the real thing 😊....thank you again so much!

[@dianebast9714]

Yours is THE BEST video for the invis zip. Thank you so much for sharing this awesome trick. Here I go with my own!!!

[@vivienlee610]

I "sew" love your tutorials Lucy. I've kept this one to come back to time and time again.. You always make me smile with those scissors! ✂️😁

[@carolyn9693]

Love this video because this is pretty much how I learned to do invisible zippers in 7th grade home ec almost 50 years ago, when invisible zippers were still quite new. We didn't use tape, though, just pins and the basting. And I know we didn't use hemostats to pull the slider down. I don't remember what we did use, but nowadays I use hemostats. They come in handy for so many things! I don't know why more people don't use this method for invisible zippers--to me it's by far the nicest and easiest method.

[@janetking6692]

I can remember sewing them at school too but never quite managed them. Now I have no fear!

[@denisekendall7147]

This is a fantastic tutorial. Thank you so much for posting it. I used this method to insert an invisible zipper in a toile of a wedding dress I'm making for my future daughter-in-law. The best tutorial online. Take care.

[@seasidestitches615]

Thanks Lucy. Glad to have watched this again as I brave adding my first invisible zip, Susan.

[@curtriceennis2924]

I really appreciate your showing us step - by - step how to do an invisible zipper. I'm so glad I found your channel. TYSM !!!!

[@Romcom356]

I keep this vid on the YT equivalent of ‘speed dial’. Thank you. Very clear and it works.

[@viviennecampbell2058]

This is the best method ever. So much faster than the traditional way, and much more accurate.

[@doloreslang9079]

Thank You! Thank! You Thank You! the best invisible zipper tutorial. I've seen many. I said there's got to be a simple way and Wha La! Instead of trying to figure if you've got the right or left side of the zipper when you have to flip it over was mind blogging. I just finish it your way and I tell you I'm sooooo happy and relieved.

[@ctaylor41659]

I've been sewing for over 50 years...I learned something new today. Thank you!!🥰

[@cloudninetherapeutics7787]

Love learning new things, this was a very excellent demonstration. I've been sewing for 59 years actually. I like the iron on interfacing and the sticky tape ideas. Thank you so much!

[@mjmollman]

Ah thank you so much! Solved my biggest headache in sewing!

[@terihamiltongarrett438]

This method makes the most sense to me. Thank you for the tutorial!

[@katherinepaley7808]

Thank you soooooo much! I was dreading having to attempt an invisible zip for the first time. Now I've got my head round it and it seems much less daunting - I've got this!

[@rebeccaespinosa7574]

Brilliant! I’ve been trying to put in invisible zippers for the last few days and watched 1 million videos and just couldn’t get it. So frustrating. Then I did your technique and it works easy peasy!! looks fabulous and so professional thank you thank you thank you

[@nancyhurt7145]

Best ever video for invisible zip insertion. Thanks so much!

[@clairejsmith]

By several orders of magnitude, this is the best sewing tip ever! Can’t tell you how many times I’ve manipulated myself into zipless woven garments, in order to avoid putting in a zip (the only choices being zipless, or ruin the garment with badly fitted zip)! Never again!! So clearly explained too - thanks very much :)

[@SewEssential]

Oh wow that's an amazing bit of feedback thank you! I hope you have lots of fun with this new method.

[@joesmay]

I too have used Kenneth King’s method for about two years, but I do like the idea of the sticky tape, and your surgical doo Das (sic) look good! Thanks Lucy.

[@barbarak3110]

Finally inserted a perfect invisible zipper after watching your video! Thanks so much!

[@jeannestark2434]

Lucy that was the greatest tip I've seen in a long long time. Thank you so much I'll use it the next time I have to sew in a zipper. Take care now and happy sewing.

[@susanhunt8594]

I must so agree with all the other comments, this tip is incredible. I hate zips, always mess them up, but this will definitely make so much difference. Thank you for a really clear instructional video even I can understand.

[@makingitthrough190]

Thank you for showing this method to us so clearly. The regular way of doing it is a mind bending game of complete confusion. Which is OK if you do it a lot and get used to it but not if you keep having to figure it out every time.

[@ceciliaf1592]

Using the tape to secure the zip is fantastic. I've been using the "snap" to take the zip through the bottom for awhile now. Such a helpful tutorial.

[@katebroege6083]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! I'm getting ready to sew an invisible zipper for the first time in the Winslow Culottes by Helen's Closet and I wanted to be sure to get it right and smooth so this has been very helpful!

[@banyetchetibrahim6545]

Very hardworking, brilliant and pretty lady there. Thanks for the tutorial.

[@jennyfarrell5979]

Thank you so much. Ive just put in my best ever invisible zip.

[@nettypoole]

This is my fave method for sewing invisible zips. I think your video explains it even more clearly than the Kenneth King one.

[@JaniceCho-h5f]

Thank you so very much Lucy. What a fantastic tutorial.

[@patriciabennett961]

This is the method I've been using since seeing Kenneth King demonstrate it from Threads! Love this method! Thank you, Lucy for another perfect video! 😊❤👍

[@carynemount949]

Yes, totally agree, and let's not forget ( he didn't!) L. Maynard who showed him! I like his zipper foot choice as well.

[@angelaforder7589]

Thank you so much for this, definitely the best technique I’ve seen!

[@joycooper3390]

I've only put in two invisible zippers and am preparing to do my third. This time I'm replacing a pants zipper.This is a game changer. Thanks!!

[@maplelassuk]

Great method and tips, wish you had shown how you sew across the base of the zip last! My Mum taught me to always baste in these zips but never used tape or stabiliser, so thank you for that.

[@shereemckinnon3896]

Wow love this, most of my invisible zips have been *mostly* invisible, this makes me optimistic that I can achieve a much nicer finish.

[@marlenep2644]

This is so cool! I've installed enough invisible zippers that I've become pretty good. I also use the tape, it helps keep the two sides even. But I can't wait to try this! Brilliant!

[@eleon77]

Hello Lucy. Thankyou for a clear zipper informative and very helpful video .Idid it well after this!! I look forward to new videos and tell my family that you’re Lucy my sewing friend.penny Melbourne

[@tammymasson2343]

An excellent tutorial!! Thank you! I'm going to try this method on my frugal frock this month!

[@jgsawka]

Best invisible zipper method ever!!!

[@jounderhill6913]

Thank you! I’ve not been brave enough to try sewing any type of zip ad yet but will definitely refer to this video when I’m ready to give it a go! 😆

[@kimsmith3595]

This is such a good idea, I have save this and next time I sew an invisible zipper I am going to use this method, thanks so much and thanks to your mother in law:)

[@lyndawilliams4570]

Thank you soooo much! It turned out lovely on you 🌼

[@genawalter401]

Thank you so much for this video! I tried this method with my sewing student today and it worked like a charm! She didn't have an invisible zipper foot, but we were able to make the regular zipper foot work. 🙂

[@znycelondon5313]

This was sooooooo helpful. Perfect application……..now all I need is for mine to look as neat as this………it will I’m sure! 🤗🤗🤗

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

Sharing to my Pinterest board AND saving on my KZbin list. Thank you!

[@SewEssential]

It's a pleasure Dannie I'm so glad you liked it!

[@norahmcphee4928]

Hi flower, i don't know what i like most, but what i do know is i wish i had found this video a few months ago, while making a dress with a concealed zip for my baby granddaughter. I don't know if being able to take the zip right down and out of the way is the game changer, or the ironing of the zip to unroll the edges or the magic double sided sewing tape gets the prize, but you sure do for me just being able to finally be able to insert one of these zips with out the hassle. I sewed the zip to all layers because i was having it go between the underneath dress and outer dress and i tacked it in place not with nice big stitches like any sensible person would do, but with small stitches so that it wouldn't move. THREE times i hand sewed these stitches and machined them before getting it right to my satisfaction. Thank you for sorting out a number of hurdles to be able to finish off something to a handmade top quality look rather than a homemade flea market look. Crafty hugs from Norah, Glenochil Village, Scotland

[@annebrown3538]

I’ve saved this video as I’ll know I’ll definitely be referring to it in the future ✂️ 🧵 x

[@tammymasson2343]

I'm going to save this as well!

[@robintate998]

This is soo cool! I will definitely use this method for invisible zippers. Thanks Lucy and mom!!

[@howardgoldstein867]

wonderful tutorial...I use invisible zips exclusively & will certainly try your method next time out...one thing I do & will continue doing is to tack the ends of the zip, below the zig zag, to the seam allowance on each side......

[@SewEssential]

Thanks Howard, yes I like that tip too, makes it more comfortable when wearing I think.

[@lilypowell4712]

Wow as you say this is a game changer for me !! Thank you for the tutorial

[@susanfells4893]

I’ve used a similar method from you tube great tutorial you can never stop learning x

[@wendyb7993]

I saw this in Threads mag and on their you tube channel and YES YES YES it’s changed the frustration of putting in theses zips. Thanks so much for putting this up 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@annarosatg]

OMG - Just tried ths techniaue and it worked like a charm!! Thanks so much for this tutorial. I always been scared of invisible zips! No more (I hope) LOL thanks!!!

[@jillstirling7798]

Oh wow, that's pure genius, thank you for sharing ♥

[@jennifermaddock4382]

Great video. I've never actually put in an invisible zip so I'll do it right the first time now. Thanks so much.

[@sandymcculloch5799]

Hi Lucy just tried this and wow ,thank you for sharing this method with us x

[@dawnrising22]

I love you straight forward no messing about or silly music tutorials, thank you x

[@elizabethcollins4889]

Thank you must try you made it look easy Lucy 👍

[@gemmasremchevich6719]

I get my invisibles invisible but will try this method now. Very neat and methodical explanation Lucy. Thank you. 🌼

[@loriannpayne4483]

Loved this tip - will be using it tomorrow when I put in a zipper for the first time in years. Feel confident now Lucy. Thanks!

[@victorialaunders5129]

I've just done my first concealed zip and what a struggle.. then I found this!! So useful :)

[@irieprendygal]

Brilliant!!! Amazing. I will use tweezers for now. Thanks so much.

[@ecoarena]

Hi Lucy, I'm an absolute beginner to sewing and simply loving the world of creativity using fabric. I have subscribed and am watching your videos, but more than this, am learning an incredible amount from someone who is very good at teaching their profession! This is a special gift, so THANK YOU. I had to laugh when watching this video, as (being an animal biologist with a link to veterinary medicine) I happen to already have a couple of haemostats in my sewing table, as they are so useful for many tasks (eg. pulling through that last bit of elastic! etc). Keep up the inspiring tutorials. Phil

[@Julie_sews_her_own_clothes]

Every time I sew a zip I come back here first. Don’t know if I’ll ever be a confident zip sewer 🤷‍♀️but this mini tutorial takes the sting out 🥰 Thank you 👏👏

[@paulineanninahaden5485]

Excellent demo. Thank you. ❤️🥰🇦🇺

[@elizabethtriplett6422]

Brilliant! Thank you for such concise directions!

[@SashasRevenge]

Thank you for this, I have never seen this technique before.

[@grandmalovesmebest]

Ive used that method for yrs. Also, use it between the fabric and the seam allowance (UNDER the seam allowances). Then everything is stable and nothing moves. Works a trwat, much better than pins. Nice video. Thanks.

[@cathyclark5791]

This is a great tutorial. Thank you for sharing!

[@laraineclarke8657]

Hi. At last a method I know will work and I've tried them all. Many thanks. BTW loved that your tutorial was so concise and to the point. Thanks again. 🤓

[@SewEssential]

Ah thanks so much for the lovely feedback Laraine

[@lisajones1036]

Hi , just wanted to suggest that when using this method you protect the zipper pull by wrapping with masking tape. I completely damaged mine when using this method as I couldn’t get hold of the zipper pull easily with the tweezers and had to replace the zip.

[@semco72057]

That is a great tip and I have to try it when sewing zippers into clothing as there will be times when I want the zipper to be hidden. I am new to sewing and learning so much as I go and also learning about my machines. Thanks for sharing this information with us all and showing us just how easy it is to sew in the hidden zipper.

[@annethevenot461]

I’ve used this method as well. It makes a beautiful zipper installation.

[@fuchsiacherryblossom]

Just the tutorial i was looking for! Thank you!

[@wendycollins3507]

Thank you so much, so easy to follow 👍👍👍😊

[@kitt3526]

Thank you so much! I need to sew an invisible zipper for my skirt and I was so worried it would be terrible, I was willing to pay someone to do it for me but this video made me able to do it! I've only done it on scraps of my wool fabric so hopefully it turns out well!!

[@bodyandsoul17]

This is amazing - I used my regular zipper foot and tweezers (as that’s all I had), and was surprised it worked for me! Thanks so much!

[@chrissienovachkos5572]

You are brilliant. Thankyou for all your tips and tutorials. 🙂

[@slorenz8]

Great video! As a left handed beginner I have a hard time pinning the zip in place. The tape is a game changer.

[@jennetthamilton7942]

I will definitely try this next time I put in a invisible zipper. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@jenniebartlett5023]

This is how I’ve been doing my zips for a while, but never used the haemostats before, which definitely makes it easier. Thankyou for sharing.

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[@dariusgideon9204]

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[@spencerkhalid4579]

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[@spencerkhalid4579]

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[@dariusgideon9204]

@Spencer Khalid You are welcome :)

[@janetlink9756]

I will definitely refer to this when i attempt an invisible zip for the first time. Thankyou

[@aase-randijerstad6661]

Thank you so much for making me believe that I too can do this successfully!

[@joc5882]

As usual - great tutorial! Uncomplicated & easy to follow. Thanks for sharing. 😊

[@lunasmum6869]

Thanks for sharing this. I quickly realised what you were doing! I must have read it in Threads. I do subscribe to Threads, a brilliant American magazine though I am in UK, and have access to all the back issues which is lovely. I love invisible zips. Except for the pull tag (proper name?) they are exactly that, invisible, if inserted correctly. Thanks again.

[@jenniewhite2981]

I Will definitely be trying this. You do great tutorials. Thank You

[@Flairatic1146]

Thank you for this tutorial it was so clear and I have so much more confidence going into the task. Initially I was on the hunt to see if it might be a good idea to add some lightweight interfacing to the seam allowance when inserting a zip into fine fabric. I see that you did that in your tutorial so that’s great. I’ll try the sticky tape trick too, I would never have thought of doing that. 🙏

[@sewagnes6706]

Wow, great tip. I’ll definitely be using this in the future. Thanks fir sharing😻

[@sabrinatscha2554]

For the first time Ive successfully installed an invisible zipper. On a very curvy side seam, too. Everything else about the dress looks very amateurish because I’ve never seen with satin before BUT THE ZIPPER LOOKS GREAT! Thank you. 🌺

[@qormi1000]

Been using that method since school days in the 1960s :)

[@sharonnewport7257]

What a wonderful demo so clear thank you so much 😊

[@Mamahubes]

I’ve been teaching fashion and design for over 21 years at the high school level in the US. Your finished product is good but it’s SO MUCH EXTRA WORK. If you iron open the teeth on the zipper, by zipping it up, you have negated all the ironing to make it flat to sew because the coils roll back. You can do this by ironing the stabilizing tape to the open seam allowance, pin or baste the zipper on one side, sew, and then do the next side. Using a longer zipper is correct but you close the bottom of the seam after the zipper is sewn. No need for the tool.

[@heidioeggerli2175]

Thank you very much, absolutely phantastic. Unfortunately it comes 1 day too late 😀 I was struggling with sewing in an invisible zip yesterday. But it'll be very helpful for future projects. Great snd clear 👌instructions 👍👍